Adar Poonawalla
@adarpoonawalla
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CEO and Owner, @seruminstindia, Chairman, @poonawallafinco, Founder, @CleanCityPune, Passionate about vaccines, horse racing and public health.
Joined September 2017
An emotional moment for the team at @SerumInstIndia as the first shipments of #Covishield finally leave for multiple locations across India.
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Respected @POTUS, if we are to truly unite in beating this virus, on behalf of the vaccine industry outside the U.S., I humbly request you to lift the embargo of raw material exports out of the U.S. so that vaccine production can ramp up. Your administration has the details. šš.
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My heartiest congratulations to all the deserving individuals who will receive the Padma awards this year. I thank the government of India for acknowledging my mentor, my hero, my father, Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla.
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Definition of a good vaccine =.1. Safe .2. Offers long-term protection against targetted disease.3. Can be transported and stored at a manageable temperature.4. Affordable to all of humanity.
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Had an excellent meeting with all our partners & stakeholders in the U.K. Meanwhile, pleased to state that COVISHIELDās production is in full swing in Pune. I look forward to reviewing operations upon my return in a few days.
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Amongst multiple reports it is important that correct information be shared with the public.
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I realise that a lot of Indians who have taken COVISHIELD are facing issues with travel to the E.U., I assure everyone, I have taken this up at the highest levels and hope to resolve this matter soon, both with regulators and at a diplomatic level with countries.
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As a philanthropic gesture on behalf of @SerumInstIndia, I hereby reduce the price to the states from Rs.400 to Rs.300 per dose, effective immediately; this will save thousands of crores of state funds going forward. This will enable more vaccinations and save countless lives.
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Our country has so many magnificent tourist destinations, with unimaginable potential; yet to be fully explored. Can any of you guess this Indian tourist haven, just from the pictures Iāve posted? #ExploreIndianIslands @PMOIndia
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Thank you everyone for your concern and prayers. So far the most important thing is that there have been no lives lost or major injuries due to the fire, despite a few floors being destroyed.
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Not all heroes wear capes! I'm truly grateful to see the work of over 450 of our @CleanCityPune staff in cleaning the streets of Pune during times like this. #APCCI #keyworkers
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Happy new year, everyone! All the risks @SerumInstIndia took with stockpiling the vaccine, have finally paid off. COVISHIELD, India's first COVID-19 vaccine is approved, safe, effective and ready to roll-out in the coming weeks.
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Sri @narendramodi Ji, it was a great honour for you to have spared the time, to visit us here at @SerumInstIndia to discuss in detail, the complex challenges yet to come and review the vaccine production status. @PMOIndia
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Quick question; will the government of India have 80,000 crores available, over the next one year? Because that's what @MoHFW_INDIA needs, to buy and distribute the vaccine to everyone in India. This is the next concerning challenge we need to tackle. @PMOIndia.
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I would like to reassure all governments & the public that there would be no loss of #COVISHIELD production due to multiple production buildings that I had kept in reserve to deal with such contingencies at @SerumInstIndia. Thank you very much @PuneCityPolice & Fire Department.
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As promised, before the end of 2020, @SerumInstIndia has applied for emergency use authorisation for the first made-in-India vaccine, COVISHIELD. This will save countless lives, and I thank the Government of India and Sri @narendramodi ji for their invaluable support.
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In keeping with my commitment of making vaccines in Africa, I'm delighted to announce to our partnership with @aspenpharma and this would not be possible without your support @BillGates @GaviSeth @gatesfoundation @gavi @CEPIvaccines @AfricaCDC.
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Dear countries & governments, as you await #COVISHIELD supplies, I humbly request you to please be patient, @SerumInstIndia has been directed to prioritise the huge needs of India and along with that balance the needs of the rest of the world. We are trying our best.
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Great to see Shri @narendramodi Ji leading from the front & getting vaccinated. In the interest of protecting our nation, I would urge the public to get vaccinated at the earliest, whether it be @SerumInstIndiaās vaccines or any of the other vaccines being developed in India.
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On behalf of the vaccine industry in India, I would like to thank and applaud Shri @narendramodi Ji, @nsitharaman Ji, for your decisive policy changes and swift financial aid which will help vaccine production and distribution in India.
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Excited to witness the first batch of Covovax (developed by @Novavax) being manufactured this week at our facility in Pune. The vaccine has great potential to protect our future generations below the age of 18. Trials are ongoing. Well done team @seruminstindia!
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We have just received some distressing updates; upon further investigation we have learnt that there has unfortunately been some loss of life at the incident. We are deeply saddened and offer our deepest condolences to the family members of the departed.
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For the first time there will be an Indian HPV vaccine to treat cervical cancer in women that is both affordable and accessible. We look forward to launching it later this year and we thank the #DCGI @MoHFW_INDIA for granting approval today.
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The vaccine industry and I, thank you Shri @narendramodi Ji, for an excellent interaction. We feel energised and encouraged by the vision you have laid out for the industry. Image Credit: @ANI
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My heartiest congratulations, Shri @narendramodi Ji, as India crosses 1 billion doses of COVID vaccine inoculations today under your exemplary leadership. I also congratulate all the GOI ministries, agencies, & healthcare workers for their relentless efforts during this pandemic.
India scripts history. We are witnessing the triumph of Indian science, enterprise and collective spirit of 130 crore Indians. Congrats India on crossing 100 crore vaccinations. Gratitude to our doctors, nurses and all those who worked to achieve this feat. #VaccineCentury.
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Yes @anandmahindra, even my wife @NPoonawalla thinks i am wonderful, she loves staring at me on Sundays. Quality of work over quantity always. #worklifebalance
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Dear Honāble PM @JustinTrudeau, I thank you for your warm words towards India and itās vaccine industry. As we await regulatory approvals from Canada, I assure you, @SerumInstIndia will fly out #COVISHIELD to Canada in less than a month; Iām on it!.
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The vaccine industry has worked tirelessly to provide enough stocks for the nation. Today there are over 200 million doses available with states. I urge all adults to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Vaccine hesitancy is now the greatest threat in overcoming this pandemic.
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Delighted to have met PM, Shri @narendramodi Ji. Congratulated him for his remarkable leadership and success in the fight against COVID-19. As an entrepreneur, I find his commitment to reforms, social welfare, and vision for Aatmanirbhar Bharat very assuring.
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We are pleased to announce that after discussion with the Central Government, SII has decided to revise the price of COVISHIELD vaccine for private hospitals from Rs.600 to Rs 225 per dose. We once again commend this decision from the Centre to open precautionary dose to all 18+.
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Today @SerumInstIndia completes 55 years of existence, supplying billions of doses to 171 countries, saving countless lives, and always ensuring affordability. It is with this ethos in mind we have produced over 300 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to date.
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Iām proud to announce a major step in our fight against cervical cancer, a disease that claims the lives of thousands of women every year. The efforts of @WHO, @UNICEF, @gavi & @SerumInstIndia will ensure a more accessible and affordable HPV vaccine.
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Dear students travelling abroad, as a few countries are yet to approve COVISHIELD as an acceptable vaccine for travel without quarantine, you may have to incur some costs. I have set aside Rs.10 crores for this, apply below for financial support if needed.
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The news of rising COVID cases coming out of China is concerning, we need not panic given our excellent vaccination coverage and track record. We must continue to trust and follow the guidelines set by the Government of India and @MoHFW_INDIA.
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I respect your personal views on not getting vaccinated @DjokerNole and love watching you play, but I hope you change your mind. In the meantime, the rest of us now might stand a chance at a Grand Slam.āŗļø
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It is important for the vaccine industry to be self-reliant for its raw materials #AtmanirbharBharat. With this in mind, @SerumInstIndia has acquired 50% stake in SCHOTT Kaisha to ensure uninterrupted supply of essential pharma packaging products for the Indian vaccine industry.
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I would kindly request the media to refrain, from reporting on interim data coming in about patients on the SII - Covishield clinical trials. Let us not bias the process. Let us respect the process and stay patient for two months, all the relevant data will be published soon.
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Thank you Shri Uddhav Ji @CMOMaharashtra and @AUThackeray for visiting @SerumInstIndia and extending your help and support during this terrible crisis. As you have seen, the production of #COVISHIELD is on schedule and remains unaffected by this tragedy.
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I am delighted to hear that, Covishield, a low-cost, logistically manageable & soon to be widely available, #COVID19 vaccine, will offer protection up to 90% in one type of dosage regime and 62% in the other dosage regime. Further details on this, will be provided this evening.
Today marks an important milestone in the fight against #COVID19. Interim data show the #OxfordVaccine is 70.4% effective, & tests on two dose regimens show that it could be 90%, moving us one step closer to supplying it at low cost around the world>>
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The origins of the Oxford vaccine with Professor Adrian Hill; standing next to the legendary Edward Jenner statue, here at @UniofOxford. Proud and excited for the next few months and looking forward to the vaccine.
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Thanks to your speedy and timely approvals, @narendramodi ji, India will have a made-in-India vaccine for a made-in-China virus. @PMOIndia @PiyushGoyal @MoHFW_INDIA @drharshvardhan.
#FightTheVirus | Herd immunity has been doing the rounds for a long time, but it takes at least 2-3 years to come up, we can't expect it to come up before the vaccine: Adar Poonawalla, CEO, Serum Institute of India
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I have always believed that healthcare and dignity should be fundamental human rights. I look forward to collaborate with @ImLaxmiNarayan in providing equal opportunities to the transgender community in India.
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Covovax trials finally begin in India; the vaccine is made through a partnership with @Novavax and @SerumInstIndia. It has been tested against African and UK variants of #COVID19 and has an overall efficacy of 89%. Hope to launch by September 2021!
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I am humbled to receive the invitation to the Prabhu Shri Ram Lalla Mandir š at Ayodhya through senior RSS functionaries like Shri. @Manojpochat, Pracharak Shri. Kedar Kulkarni & Shri. Prasad Lawalekar. Wholeheartedly I have accepted the invitation and it will be an honour to
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@narendramodi @SerumInstIndia @BharatBiotech Thank you, Hon. Sri. @narendramodi Ji, for your support.
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I would like to clarify two matters; as there is confusion in the public domain, exports of vaccines are permitted to all countries and a joint public statement clearing up any recent miscommunication with regards to Bharat Biotech will be made.
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Covovax (@Novavax), is now available for children in India. This is the only vaccine manufactured in India that is also sold in Europe and has an efficacy of > 90%. This is in line with Shri @narendramodi Ji's vision of providing yet another vaccine to protect our children.
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I would like to thank @BillGates, @gatesfoundation, @GaviSeth for this key partnership of risk sharing and manufacturing of a 100 million doses, which will also ensure equitable access at an affordable price to many countries around the world.
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It was my honour to brief you today, Shri Honāble @AmitShah Ji on the vaccine capabilities of our country and the ongoing rollout of vaccines in India.
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Rishi Kapoor, a legend we all loved and respected, passes away. Our love to Ranbir and the entire Kapoor family, very sorry to hear this. #RishiKapoor @chintskap
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I fully agree with you @anandmahindra.
What a staggering achievement. And yet it is dwarfed by our population which makes it appear low in percentage terms. Still, the world media should highlight this enormous logistical accomplishment as diligently as they did our low points during the pandemic.
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A lot of you have asked if Covovax is available for adults. The answer is yes, it is available for everyone above the age of 12.
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Great #Budget2021 announcements, @nsitharaman Ji, especially on healthcare and vaccines; this is the best investment any country can make. A healthier India is a more productive India.
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I am pleased to announce, that the much awaited COVAX supplies will resume today from @SerumInstIndia. This will go a long way in restoring vaccine supply equality in the world and especially in LMICs. @GaviSeth @DrTedros @UNICEF @gatesfoundation
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Thanks to the efforts of @POTUS, @WhiteHouse, & @DrSJaishankar, this policy change will hopefully increase the supply of raw materials globally and to India; boosting our vaccine production capacity and strengthening our united fight against this pandemic.
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Supplies of the COVISHIELD vaccine in India, have exceeded 1.25 billion doses. The government of India now has enough data for full market authorisation, and therefore @SerumInstIndia has applied to the @CDSCO_INDIA_INF (DCGI) and @MoHFW_INDIA for this permission.
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To ensure, people go to work, businesses restart & normalcy is restored, we need to test way more than we are currently. 1.5 lakh tests per day isnāt enough when we have the capacity to do five times more with companies like @MylabSolutions & other test kit manufacturers in India.
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There you have it, whomsoever @elonmusk deems worthy, shall possess the power of Chief Twit!
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It was an honour to have the Secretary of State for International Trade, UK,Ā @trusslizĀ and a delegation visit our headquartersĀ @SerumInstIndia. We discussed how to further enhance the existing relationship between India & UK on manufacturing & innovation in the healthcare space.
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We finally have a deal signed with @AstraZeneca, to exclusively manufacture their product for India and @gavi countries, up to a billion doses annually. This will ensure supply and access to all Indians.
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Why can't we put funds in the hands of people and SMEs directly instead of lending money which may never get lent. There is more money lying with banks, given by RBI, that is not being lent out. Spending is what will revive the economy and not just lending. @nsitharaman @PMOIndia.
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Whilst the decision to extend the lockdown and prioritise lives over the economy is appreciated, treatments for cancer, cardiovascular ailments, mental health and immunization shouldn't take a backseat, else we might pay a heavy toll in the near future.
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Wishing our honourable PM, Shri @narendramodi Ji, a very very happy birthday, long-life and lots of happiness. ššš.
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Happy happy birthday Shri @narendramodi Ji, wishing you a very long and healthy life. šš.
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With #COVISHIELD approved, & now made-in-india, I pay tribute to the strong India/UK partnership & vision of PMs Sri @narendramodi Ji & @BorisJohnson along with Lord @tariqahmadbt & @MattHancock for facilitating early dialogue between @SerumInstIndia @AstraZeneca & @UniofOxford.
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As Iād mentioned earlier, we should not jump to conclusions until the trials are fully concluded. The recent chain of events are a clear example why we should not bias the process and should respect the process till the end. Good news, @UniofOxford.
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Yes @sajjanjindal, we at @SerumInstIndia are doing our best to ramp up production & launch new vaccines on priority for India. We are grateful for @TheJSWGroup efforts in trying to fulfill Indiaās medical oxygen needs as we stand together in this fight against this pandemic.
The only way we can win the #FightAgainstCOVID19 in India is to vaccinate everybody. Great to see @SerumInstIndia @adarpoonawalla and @BharatBiotech @krishnaella ramping up their capacities.
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I ask this question, because we need to plan and guide, vaccine manufacturers both in India and overseas to service the needs of our country in terms of procurement and distribution.
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Congratulations to the teams at @UniofOxford and @AstraZeneca for getting this product data, out. It all seems to be doing well. Hope to get positive results in the phase three trials in a few months. We also hope to start phase three trials in India soon. #COVID19vaccine.
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Thank you Hon. Sri @narendramodi Ji, Hon. Sri @drharshvardhan Ji, @MoHFW_INDIA @ICMRDELHI @DBTIndia #DCGI_India @UniofOxford @AstraZeneca @gavi @GaviSeth @gatesfoundation and @BillGates for your support.
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To be among such a distinguished bunch of achievers and receive such an honor is a humbling experience. One that I will cherish for a very long time. #IndianOfTheYear @CNNnews18
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A must-read, āA Nation To Protectā, the story of how India handled the COVID crisis under the leadership of our Honāble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji. It has been an honour for us at @SerumInstIndia to have been of service to the nation.
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Thank you @narendramodi for visiting @SerumInstIndia. We share your vision and continue to work towards ensuring a safe and secure India.
Had a good interaction with the team at Serum Institute of India. They shared details about their progress so far on how they plan to further ramp up vaccine manufacturing. Also took a look at their manufacturing facility.
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Pleasure talking to @Naveen_Odisha ji, I look forward to extending support to the state of Odisha for all its vaccination needs. Watch the full interaction here - @CMO_Odisha
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This is yet another milestone in our fight against COVID-19, Covovax is now W.H.O. approved for emergency use, showing excellent safety and efficacy. Thank you all for a great collaboration, @Novavax @WHO @GaviSeth @Gavi @gatesfoundation
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I hope and wish, China finds the wisdom in collaborating with India during this global crisis, in terms of funding technology and commerce, rather than choosing this period to show strength by having skirmishes at the Indian border. #IndiaChinaFaceOff #XiJinping @China_Amb_India.
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It was nice to witness firsthand, the rollout of the vaccine, at one of the vaccination centres at Ruby Hall Clinic, #Pune. What an excellent setup! There are many like this across #India as the @MoHFW_INDIA is scaling up the vaccination drive at a rapid pace.
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This system can perform 400 tests a day with a single person operating it, thus saving us precious manpower and time, allowing us to open up the country more, by testing faster, more efficiently and on a large scale. @MylabSolutions @kiranshaw @CMOMaharashtra @OfficeofUT.
Happy to announce launch of Indiaās first fully-automated Sample-to-PCR-ready system for molecular diagnostics. Now setting up a lab for RT-PCR tests like Covid-19 will be easier & affordable. Thank you @adarpoonawalla Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla, @abhijitpawarapg for gracing the event
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As COVID-19 cases surge once again, here is a great way to stay at home and watch my dear friend and in my opinion, one of Indiaās finest actors, @juniorbachchan in the story of #TheBigBull. Streaming today!.
Watch the story of #TheBigBull unfold today at 7:30 pm on @DisneyplusHSVIP. The end will shock you!. #DisneyPlusHotstarMultiplex #MotherOfAllScams.@Ileana_Official @nikifyinglife @s0humshah @kookievgulati.
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Novavax in global trials has demonstrated more than 90% efficacy. @SerumInstIndia's brand Covovax has completed bridging studies in India & has been granted Emergency Use Authorisation by DCGI for adults & for children above the age of 12. Younger age groups will follow shortly.
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Thank you Shri @narendramodi Ji and PM @BorisJohnson. This is a great example of the close relationship between our two countries, No quarantine for travellers post the 11th of October, if you are double vaccinated with COVISHIELD!.
No quarantine for Indian š®š³ travellers to UK š¬š§ fully vaccinated with Covishield or another UK-approved vaccine from 11 October. Thanks to Indian government for close cooperation over last month.
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Another update. .
Few million vaccine doses by Nov-Dec and 300 million doses by Jan-Mar 2021. Vaccine to be called #Covishield and to be distributed by Govt to for free. In case you missed #Newstrack interview on everything you wanted to know about the vaccine project. Link
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This year @Davos, I am appealing to multilateral organisations & world leaders to come together in creating a draft, learning from the lessons of the pandemic for a Global Pandemic Treaty to address inequity & strengthen global health systems. Read More -
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This should clarify any miscommunication. We are all united in the fight against this pandemic.
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Thank you, honourable President of India #PresidentKovind @rashtrapatibhvn for sparing your valuable time, to discuss the ongoing vaccination program in our country.
Dr Cyrus S. Poonawalla, Chairman and Managing Director, Serum Institute of India, along with @adarpoonawalla called on President Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
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Grateful that @SerumInstIndia was able to play a large part in the worldās largest vaccination drive @drharshvardhan @MoHFW_INDIA, with India leading the way over other countries, executed under the visionary leadership of Shri @narendramodi Ji.
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A lot of people were wondering and asking the question, will these early vaccines be effective for the elderly and most vulnerable, here is some preliminary good news.
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We share and applaud your vision @narendramodi ji, on providing vaccines to the global community. It is a proud moment for India, thank you for your leadership and support. It is clear that all your arrangements for India will take care of all needs for the Indian people.
India will do everything possible to further global good including the battle against COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, India will always fight against terrorism, money laundering, narcotics and trade of illegal weapons.
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Haha! good one @anandmahindra, my scientists are working on it! and great to have you back, @SrBachchan.
Welcome back @SrBachchan As I had said, you possessed an inbuilt vaccine codenamed the Big V. Now we need @adarpoonawalla to find a way to extract it from you, manufacture it & give us all a dose. š.
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Thank you very much @CNBCTV18News & @ShereenBhan for this recognition as 'Outstanding Business Leader of the Year', and thank you Hon'ble @nsitharaman Ji for gracing the ocassion with your presence and sharing your words of wisdom. #CNBCTV18IBLA
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Yes, @RonnieScrewvala, we will keep more than enough for the community. Our production capacity of just one day will be enough to cover every Parsi on the planet. given the size of our community!.
On a lighter note š-since Parsiās are to be an Extinct race š(though avg age of Parsiās show otherwise) there is a lobby that as vaccine does come in there will be a special Quota under saving from extinction Raceš-&why not if a Parsi is at the forefront of it @adarpoonawalla.
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The @SerumInstIndia family and the Indian vaccine industry has lost a guiding light, with the passing of Dr. Suresh Jadhav. My prayers are with his family during these trying times and I thank you all, for your condolences.
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Pneumosil, is the first, developed and made in India, vaccine against pneumonia. This will prevent thousands of deaths among children globally. Credit and congratulations to theĀ @seruminstindiaĀ team, & thank you toĀ @MoHFW_INDIA,Ā @CDSCO_INDIA_INFĀ and DCGI forĀ your support.
Drug Controller General of India has given approval to the first fully indigenously developed Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Conjugate Vaccine. This is the first indigenously developed vaccine in the field of #pneumonia. @CDSCO_INDIA_INF @MoHFW_INDIA
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World Bank Chief @DavidMalpassWBG, has acknowledged India's continued critical role in eradicating this global pandemic. Shri @NarendraModi Ji and the government of Indiaās vaccine diplomacy has brought hope to so many across the globe.
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He has saved millions of lives through his work @gatesfoundation supporting the vaccine industry including SII over several decades. I enjoyed reading @BillGates' latest book; extremely insightful & Iām optimistic that if world leaders take note, we may prevent the next pandemic.
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